The Copernicus of Antiquity (Aristarchus of Samos)

In "The Copernicus of Antiquity (Aristarchus of Samos)," Sir Thomas Little Heath delves into the life and achievements of Aristarchus, an ancient Greek astronomer credited with proposing a heliocentric model of the universe long before Copernicus. This meticulously researched work combines historical narrative with critical analysis, emphasizing Aristarchus's revolutionary ideas during a time when...